About

This suckering deciduous shrub with terminal clusters of sulphur-yellow flowers 1.5cm in length in summer.

About the genus

Diervilla are are suckering deciduous shrubs with simple ovate to lance-shaped leaves and axillary or terminal clusters of tubular yellow flowers in summer

Growing conditions

SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectNorth-facing, South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5

Plant details

Plant typeShrubs
HabitSuckering
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesMixed borders, hedging, foundation planting.

Care notes

CultivationGrows well in woodland setting in sun or partial shade. Suckering habit can help stabilise banks and slopes
PruningPruning group 6
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free